Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music
Blues as a genre shaped the sound of jazz in the early 20th century and directly led to the creation of rock 'n' roll in the '50s. The scales, chords, and progressions of blues as a musical form can be found in styles from jazz to rock to contemporary R&B.
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Cast
Keith David
Self - Host
Robert Palmer
Self - Commentator
Albert Murray
Self - Commentator
Chuck Berry
Self (archive footage)
Louis Armstrong
Self (archive footage)
Count Basie
Self (archive footage)
Big Bill Bronzy
Self
Willie Dixon
Self
W.C. Handy
Self
John Lee Hooker
Self
Son House
Self
Mick Jagger
Self
Louis Jordan
Self
B.B. King
Self
Charlie Parker
Self
Frequently Asked Questions
▸What is Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music (1993) about?
Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music is a 1993 documentary, music film with a runtime of 1h 25m. Directed by Ken Mandel. Find cast, ratings, and streaming options on LiveStreamTV.pk.
▸Where can I watch Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music?
Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music may be available on streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, or others. Check the "Where to Watch" section on this page for current availability in your region.
▸Who directed Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music?
Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music was directed by Ken Mandel.
